Farewell Doha

As i sit here my last evening in Doha in a diner eating a large peperroni pizza, I realize that what Doha was missing was the "Eat Pray Love" experience. Doha is beautiful and most people would adore it. It's modern, sleek busy, traffic ridden, honestly its like NYC with sand. There is still a strong islamic presence but just in a modern way. I think I was looking to have an ephiphany while overseas and both professionally and socially I experienced more of the same. More of what I experienced in the US.

 

What I loved about Doha is that it had heart. The people here devoutly believe in something. The women I met here were the most kind, hospitable and open women I have met. They were willing to share their culture, welcome me in with open arms and answer all my questions.They have made a sincere impression on me. I will never forget the days they just made me feel special. The day when my co-worker who is from Cairo brought me an Egyptian jewelery box and Candelabra as a housewarming gift. She had heard me nagging about wanting to go to Egypt my whole life.  I loved the variety. There were so many different people from so many places and so many walks of life. They embraced so many people of different cultures.

 

Now, that my stay in Doha has come to an end, I think about the things I will put in my mental backpack as Im leaving. First and foremost, I've learned not to put your faith or trust in everyone. Put your faith and trust in god and he will show you who to share it with. Second, Ive learned that the most valuable thing in life isnt money or people or location. It's happiness. At some point in our lives, we have to do things for ourselves and ourselves only. Focus on the positive and do what makes the heart content. I admit even I dont like to disappoint people so I try to make decisions for the greater happiness of everyone. At this moment, I realize that life is short and there shouldnt be more pockets of bad than good. If there are then its time to make some hard choices. What I know for sure is I want to enjoy every  single day in this world and not let anyone tamper with that.

 

Anyhow, I am moving on to one of the oldest parts of the world. To a place with strong history and I hope that this is the experience I dream of. Doha was the pray for sure. Now, im looking for the eat and love. As in love, I mean a love of concepts and ideas. A greater appreciation of something. A love and embracement of a new mindset. Stay tuned..... Im on the midnight train to...........